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April 14, 2026
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When Relationships, Trust and Estate Planning Collide

Recent reports highlight how personal relationships, financial vulnerability, and end-of-life planning can intersect in complex ways, often leaving seriously ill individuals more vulnerable to pressure or manipulation, with significant legal consequences.

Kelsey Jones
Contentious Probate
April 13, 2026
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Supporting local hospices through Make a Will Month

Throughout the month of March, Steph Potter took part in Make a Will Month, offering free, straightforward wills in support of two incredible charities: Martin House Children’s Hospice and St Michael’s Hospice.

Steph Potter
Wills and Probate, Switalskis News
April 10, 2026
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I was hit by a car as a pedestrian - what should I do?

Being hit by a car can cause serious, sometimes life-changing injuries and long recovery periods. If the accident was due to someone else’s negligence, you may have the legal right to make a pedestrian accident compensation claim to seek justice.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury
April 09, 2026
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Probate and Pop Culture: Karl Lagerfeld, Choupette and the myth of the millionaire cat

Can a cat inherit millions? In her latest 'Probate and Pop Culture' blog, Kelsey Jones discusses what happens when a person wants to leave their estate to their pet.

Kelsey Jones
Contentious Probate
April 08, 2026
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Switalskis grows leadership team with three director promotions

Switalskis has made three director promotions as it continues to invest in its people and build its presence as a national law firm from a strong Yorkshire base.

John Durkan
Switalskis News, People Stories
April 07, 2026
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What Are Property Searches? A Guide for First-Time Buyers

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming – particularly when unfamiliar legal terms begin to surface. One of the most important (and often misunderstood) parts of the conveyancing process is “searches”. In this guide, we explain what property searches are, why they matter, and what you can expect as a first-time buyer.

Jessica Carnell
Residential Conveyancing
April 02, 2026
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Concerns raised over patient safety at Broomfield Hospital

Serious concerns have been raised about patient safety and standards of care at Broomfield Hospital, following a series of critical findings and ongoing scrutiny from regulators and public bodies.

Harry Aukett
Medical Negligence - Hospital and Surgery, Medical Negligence
March 31, 2026
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Family Group Conferences: Giving families a voice

At such a critical time, it’s easy to feel that decisions are being made about families, rather than with them. This is where a Family Group Conference (FGC) can make a real difference.

Laura Taylor
Child Care
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